🇵🇱 1. Student Life in Poland

Poland offers a rich academic experience and a welcoming environment for international students:

• 🏛️ Modern campuses with cutting-edge facilities, research labs, and international clubs
• 🌍  Multicultural cities like Warsaw, Kraków, and Wrocław with growing international student communities
• 🎉Vibrant student culture with festivals, concerts, university events, and ESN-led parties
• 🧘 Affordable wellness options, gyms, language clubs, and student cafes
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Student support offices and buddy programs in all major universities

💬 Most young Poles speak English fluently, especially in academic cities.

🛎️ Top student cities in Poland:

• Warsaw 🏙️ – Capital, diverse, dynamic
• Kraków 🏰 – Historic, student-friendly, great nightlife
• Wrocław 🌉 – Budget-friendly, full of Erasmus+ events
• Gdańsk 🌊 – Coastal charm, maritime economy, tech hub

🗺️ 2. Cost of Living & Lifestyle

• 🏠 Accommodation: €150–€350/month
• 🍽️ Food: €100–€150/month
• 🚇 Transport: €10–€20/month with student discounts
• 📚 Entertainment, gym, mobile: €50–€100/month

✅ Most students live comfortably in €400–€600/month.

🧳 3. Poland Student Visa – Overview

All non-EU international students require a D-type national visa for study in Poland.

Step	Description
🔖 Type	D Visa (long stay >90 days)
📄 Apply at	Polish Embassy/Consulate in your home country
🕐 Processing	~2 to 6 weeks (varies by country)
💰 Fee	~€80 – €100 (payable at embassy)

📋 4. Visa Requirements

Here’s a general checklist for Poland student visa:

• ✅ Valid passport (min 6 months after planned stay)
• ✅ Official letter of acceptance from Polish university
• ✅ Proof of tuition payment or waiver
• ✅ Proof of sufficient funds (~€700/month or €6,000/year)
• ✅ Health insurance valid in Poland
• ✅ Proof of accommodation in Poland
• ✅ Visa application form + passport-size photos
• ✅ Travel itinerary/flight booking (recommended)

🔗 Learn more: https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/visas

🧾 5. Temporary Residence Permit (Karta Pobytu)

If your course is longer than one year, apply for a temporary residence card after arrival.

• 🏛️ Apply through the local Voivodeship Office (Urząd Wojewódzki)
• 🕐 Apply at least 45 days before visa expiry
• 📄 Documents needed are similar to visa documents
• 🆔 Residence card allows part-time work and travel in Schengen

More info:

👉 https://migrant.info.pl/ru/

💡 6. Working While Studying in Poland

• ✅ Students with a valid visa/residence card can work up to 20 hours/week
• 💼 No separate work permit required for full-time students
• 👨‍💻 Internships and on-campus jobs are encouraged

Popular part-time jobs:

• Cafés, restaurants, retail
• Delivery (Uber Eats, Glovo)
• Freelance (IT, content writing)
• Campus research or support roles

👥 7. Support Networks & International Offices

Each university has a dedicated international student office for:

• Visa & legal support
• Registration & orientation
• Academic advising
• Psychological counselling

📌 Active student communities:

• 👉 ESN Poland – Erasmus Student Network
• 👉 Indians in Warsaw/Kraków (Facebook)
• 👉 Students of Poland subreddit